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Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO

(Dr. Thomas Michael Nork, MS)

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine (1980)

Professional interests include: visual evoked potential test, intravitreal injection, vitreous problems, and more.

2880 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705

(608) 263-7171

Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO is an ophthalmologist in Madison, WI specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 1980 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO is affiliated with UW Health, University of Wisconsin Health (UW Health) and UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC.

Office Locations

Address:

2880 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705

Some issues Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Retinal Detachment Repair

The retina is the small, sensitive area at the back of the eyeball responsible for vision. It captures images and sends them to the brain, much like film in a camera. Due to thinning over time or a genetic predisposition, the retina can detach or pull away from the surrounding tissue. When this happens, blood flow to the retina can be cut off and permanent vision loss can occur. Surgery to reattach the retina, or retinal detachment repair, aligns the retina so it can heal in the correct position.

One procedure used to treat retinal detachment is called pneumatic retinopexy. In this procedure, a small bubble is injected into the eye to hold the retina in place and allow it to reattach. The patient lies face-down for several days after the procedure to help the retina heal. Other procedures make use of lasers or a cryoprobe, a tiny instrument that freezes tissue, to repair tears in the retina and stick it back into place. Sometimes a procedure called scleral buckling is used, where a tiny piece of silicone is attached to the eyeball. This creates an indent that relieves pressure on the retina and allows it to heal in the correct position.

Recovery from retinal detachment repair depends on the type of procedure used. Patients may go home right away, or have to stay in the hospital for a short time. In addition, patients may be instructed to use eye drops or wear an eye patch for a few days. In general, recovering from retinal repair takes one to two weeks. During this time, patients may experience soreness, swelling, or discharge from the eye. As vision stabilizes, patients should not drive a car or travel without checking with their doctor. Taking it easy for a short period of time can make all the difference when it comes to saving one's vision.

doctor visit	272
eye procedures	444
injections	138

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	163
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	35
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	43
Dementia	7
Cancer	6

diagnostic imaging	21
doctor visit	294
eye procedures	477
injections	138
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	97

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	176
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	28
Less than 65	25

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	44
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

doctor visit	260
eye procedures	486
injections	153

**Gender**
Male	194
Female	212

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	370
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	162
From 75 to 84	118
85 and over	72
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	39
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

diagnostic imaging	14
doctor visit	376
eye procedures	857
injections	306
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	307
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	68
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	35
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	296
eye procedures	489
injections	154

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	97

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	186
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	29
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	38
Dementia	13
Cancer	6

diagnostic imaging	25
doctor visit	359
eye procedures	802
injections	276
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

**Gender**
Male	148
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	278
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	37
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	37
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

doctor visit	268
eye procedures	781
injections	310

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	219
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	105
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	38
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	0
Dementia	5
Cancer	12

doctor visit	227
eye procedures	728
injections	325

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	189
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	33
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

doctor visit	388
eye procedures	1430
injections	573

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO treated as an ophthalmologist in Madison, WI were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

diagnostic imaging	20
doctor visit	306
eye procedures	723
injections	263
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	188
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	34
75 to 84	58
Less than 65	24
65 to 74	89

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	5
Cancer	6

Education & Training

Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 1980. He completed residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is certified by the Ophthalmology and has a state license in Wisconsin.

Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine (1980)

Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Board Certification: Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Wisconsin

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UW Health

University of Wisconsin Health (UW Health)

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. T. Michael Nork, MD, MS, FARVO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$239,304 LUMIGAN $9,450	RESTASIS $834	$229,020
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG	$3,241 LUCENTIS $3,241

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$231,888
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$10,657

Biography

Dr. T. Nork's medical specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). Clinical interests for Dr. Nork include visual evoked potential test, macular problems, and retinal detachment repair. After completing medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine, he performed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Nork is professionally affiliated with UW Health.